My wife, Ashley, has an incredible talent for finding the perfect songs for every moment, whether it's a road trip, cooking dinner together, or our first dance at our wedding. While I find joy in the melodies, Ashley, a wordsmith at heart, finds beauty in the lyrics. She listens intently, savoring the cleverness and emotion of the words, which I've come to deeply appreciate about her.
Our journey with music isn't just about the tunes we enjoy; it's about the moments they define. When Ashley was in law school, her dad sent her Neil Young's "Heart of Gold" during a tough time, and that song became a beacon of strength for her. A song by Cat Power became a tradition, and we'd listen to it every night when she was pregnant with our first child. She still sings this song to our kids before they go to sleep. Even our date nights are marked by playing our first dance song by Mason Jennings on the drive home, a ritual that keeps the magic alive. And in 2020, when the world stood still, Ashley really discovered Taylor Swift's music and used it as a hobby and anthem for the long days at home with our young children.
The lyrics we love are more than words set to music— it anchors us to our past, guides us through our present, and shines a light on our future. That’s why I created this song lyric necklace. In a world where so much of our connection happens virtually, music offers a tangible thread to those we love and to ourselves.
When you wear this necklace, I hope you feel the strength and inspiration from your chosen lyrics, just as Ashley and I have felt from our favorite tunes.
